Calories in a carrot

About 25 kcal per medium carrot — cheap, crunchy and very low-calorie.

Estimate per serving

1 medium carrot (61 g)

Calories

25 kcal

Protein

0.6 g

Carbs

6 g

Fat

0.1 g

Fibre

1.7 g

Values are widely-accepted estimates and vary by brand, ripeness, cut, preparation and portion size.

Common serving sizes

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
1 cup chopped (~128 g)52 kcal1.2 g12 g0.3 g
10 baby carrots (~80 g)35 kcal0.6 g8 g0.1 g
1 cup grated (~110 g)45 kcal1 g11 g0.3 g

Is carrot good for meal planning?

Carrots are low-calorie, high in fibre and useful for adding crunch to meals or snacks.

Pairings change the calorie picture: a tablespoon of hummus with carrot sticks adds about 70 kcal.

How to use carrot in a meal plan

  • Sticks with hummus as a snack
  • Grated into salads and slaws
  • Roasted with herbs as a side
  • Added to soups and stews

How to track carrot in GudFude

GudFude is a calorie tracker and meal planner. Add carrot to a meal, pick the serving size that matches what you ate, and your daily totals update instantly. You can save it as a favourite so logging it next time takes one tap.

GudFude shows estimates for general guidance only. It is not medical advice and does not claim to publish a verified global food database. Check packet labels when accuracy matters.

Frequently asked questions

+How many calories in a carrot?
A medium carrot (about 61 g) is around 25 kcal.
+Are carrots high in sugar?
They contain natural sugars but very little per portion — not a problem for most people.
+Are baby carrots different?
Same vegetable, just pre-cut. Calorie content per gram is similar.
+Are these calorie values exact?
No. They are widely-accepted estimates for a typical portion. Exact calories vary by brand, ripeness, cut, preparation method and portion size. Use the value on your packet when you have one.